Skip to main content
MyRecallCheckNHTSA recall explorer

NHTSA model-year recall report

2020 Volvo VNL Recalls

9 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

Check exact VIN status Decode a VIN

9

NHTSA campaigns

6

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Dec 26, 2023

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is above the Volvo VNL average of 8.1 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering, appearing in 3 campaigns.

  1. 1

    Read

    Review every campaign and urgent instruction below.

  2. 2

    Verify

    Check your exact VIN with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

  3. 3

    Repair

    Contact an authorized dealer if a campaign applies.

Source campaign records

All 2020 Volvo VNL recall campaigns

Shown newest first. NHTSA summary, consequence, and remedy text is preserved without truncation.

NHTSA campaign 23V900000

Steering

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Dec 26, 2023

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling one 2020 VNL truck. The steering gear assembly may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.

Safety consequence

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

A dealer will inspect and replace the defective gears as necessary, free of charge. An owner notification letter was mailed February 7, 2024. The owner may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2316.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V613000

Structure › Body

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Oct 5, 2020

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020 VNL vehicles. The window hinge and mounting hardware are insufficient to hold the window in place if the truck is driven with the sleeper bunk windows open.

Safety consequence

If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks has notified owners, and dealers will replace the window hinge, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2005.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V536000

Service Brakes, Air

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Sep 2, 2020

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR vehicles. The die cast pedal plate may break at one of its attachment points, possibly resulting in the brake pedal dislodging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Safety consequence

A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if required, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2004.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V384000

Equipment › Other › Labels

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Jul 1, 2020

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Safety consequence

If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V241000

Steering

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Apr 29, 2020

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VNL and VNR trucks. The steering gear fasteners may have not been properly tightened.

Safety consequence

The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners to specification, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2001.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V756000

Steering

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Oct 24, 2019

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020 VNL and VNR vehicles equipped with HD94 Sheppard gear variants. The steering gear mounting fasteners may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the steering gear to loosen.

Safety consequence

A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-torque the steering gear to a higher value. Additionally, the steering gear will be replaced, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1906.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V510000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Jul 2, 2019

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2020 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR vehicles. The t-bolt clasps on the transmission auxiliary air tank straps may have been over-tightened, resulting in potential deformation to the strap where the t-bolt is anchored.

Safety consequence

The deformation of the air tank strap t-bolts may cause the t-bolt to disconnect from the strap allowing the tank to drop to the ground and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the air tank strap, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX1904.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V509000

Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Jul 2, 2019

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR vehicles. The fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, preventing the transmission from shifting.

Safety consequence

If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuse, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX1903.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V208000

Structure › Body

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Mar 18, 2019

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VNL and VNX vehicles configured as 740 and 760 sleeper models. The sleeper bunk window may detach and fall from the vehicle.

Safety consequence

If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks has notified owners, and dealers will replace the window hinge, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall on April 8, 2019 and will be sent a second notice when the remedy parts are available. The recall began August 21, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1902.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Volvo VNL model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

20233 campaigns20227 campaigns20209 campaigns20198 campaigns20185 campaigns20166 campaigns20159 campaigns201412 campaigns201314 campaigns201214 campaigns
View all model years

Other 2020 Volvo recall reports

2020 Volvo V60CC3 campaigns2020 Volvo V90CC2 campaigns2020 Volvo VN2 campaigns2020 Volvo XC60PHEV1 campaign

2020 Volvo VNL recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Volvo VNL have?

This verified dataset contains 9 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2020 Volvo VNL. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2020 Volvo VNL?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology